Aztreonam (Injection)

Introduction

Aztreonam (az-TREE-oh-nam)

Treats infections caused by bacteria. Belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics.

Brand Name(s)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

Azactam

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to aztreonam.

How to Use This Medicine

Injectable

Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot into a muscle or through a needle placed in one of your veins.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are using furosemide (Lasix®) or probenecid (Benemid®).

Warnings While Using This Medicine

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or liver disease. This medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin or any medicine to treat an infection (such as cefaclor, cephalexin, imipenem, meropenem, Ceclor®, Keflex®, Merrem® I.V., Primaxin® I.V.).

If you have severe diarrhea, ask your doctor before taking any medicine to stop the diarrhea.

If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor.

Your doctor will need to check your blood or urine at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.